Associate Director, Pipeline Insights & Analytics

Novartis; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 123,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis in Basel, Switzerland is seeking an Associate Director, Pipeline Intelligence and Reporting to lead data management, analytics, and reporting for Development. You will transform complex data into actionable insights to guide portfolio decisions and improve implementation across functions.

The role requires strong analytical rigor, stakeholder management, and the ability to drive initiatives with minimal oversight. Deep therapeutic area knowledge is a plus but not essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s or equivalent in life sciences or related field is preferred.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and structured problem-solving skills.
• Experience translating complex data into business insights for senior leadership.
• Ability to manage senior stakeholders and influence without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and improve pipeline reports and analytics for operational and strategic decisions.
• Manage project and pipeline data ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and integration across systems.
• Apply quality controls and harmonize data standards and reporting frameworks.
• Track KPIs, benchmark performance, and identify trends, risks, opportunities.
• Translate analyses into clear implications and actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Partner with cross-functional and senior stakeholders to align priorities and influence outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Graduate degree in life sciences

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Novartis in Basel, Switzerland is seeking an Associate Director, Pipeline Intelligence and Reporting to lead data management, analytics, and reporting for Development. You will transform complex data into actionable insights to guide portfolio decisions and improve implementation across functions.

The role requires strong analytical rigor, stakeholder management, and the ability to drive initiatives with minimal oversight. Deep therapeutic area knowledge is a plus but not essential.